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Calgary Transit bus fire in Saddletowne kills 3, injures at least 10

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A City of Calgary bus caught fire in the Saddletowne area on Thursday afternoon, killing three people and injuring at least 10. Police say the cause is under investigation.

Why it matters

One of Calgary's deadliest bus incidents in recent years: three people are dead and several more are seriously hurt, with police working to determine what caused the fire.

What happened

At about 1:11 p.m. on Oct. 15, police responded to a vehicle fire involving a City of Calgary bus in the 800 block of Saddletowne Circle N.E. Three people were declared deceased and at least 10 were injured, including one with life-altering injuries and one with serious injuries. A Calgary Police Service member sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital.

What next

Police say the cause remains under investigation and are asking witnesses to come forward. CTV News reported 19 people were injured; police have not confirmed a final count.

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